Britain's air defence grave issue Baldwin pledge to Commons
In a Commons speech Prime Minister Baldwin vows Britain must not remain inferior in air strength to any near foe. He warns disarmament failure could force Britain to seek parity and prepare for possible large air armament, as Churchill and others push for action despite German rearmament. The Commons backs moving to committee on the estimates amid grave European tensions.
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House of Commons
Stanley Baldwin
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Ir Pubip
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Britain
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Piullo Sarsoon
Air Disarmsmant
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New
Germany
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Italy
Europe
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Labour Victory in County Council Elections
Labour achieved a substantial poll with a record majority as municipal and county seats shifted. The results show Labour gaining 29 seats while Liberal, Communist, and other parties faltered, with Municipal Reform remaining a notable challenger. The overall state of parties indicates Labour dominance in the new council composition.
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al Liberal
Comenuniet Canal
Ates Wrure
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Labour
State deficit reduction on last year
Sydney reports deficit reduction last year with officials noting improved fiscal balance and continuing monitoring of expenditures and revenue streams amid ongoing budget efforts. Officials emphasize cautious spending while prioritizing essential services and investment in growth programs.
Japan to seek trade controls in retaliation bill
Tokyo cabinet submits to the Diet a Trade Control Bill granting flexible authority to tax imports up to their value, plus regular duties. It would establish a control commission and allow restricting or prohibiting imports to defend Japanese trade amid widespread overseas competition. Public statement emphasizes defense against present and future rivals.
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Tokio
Foreign Office
Naval Race With Japan and U.S.A. Over Naval Strength
A contemporary notice states that by 1630 Japan will hold about 40 percent of America’s naval strength due to the Winsell Naval Bill, recently defeated in Congress. The piece argues Japan must continue efforts to complete rearmament to offset perceived American decline.
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Japan
America
Pilgrim Strives Toward Mecca Walks 200 Miles
In Calcutta a Moslem saint Ahmed has walked from Allahabad to Cawnpore, about 200 miles, during his long 5000 mile journey to Mecca. He stops every five paces to pray and give thanks, slowing progress. The pilgrim’s voyage is slated to take about 30 years in total.
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Allahabad
Cawnpore
Occa
Ahmed
Peugees
Surplus May Be 40 Millions In London Budget
London reports the army estimates show total expenditure rising by around £1.2 million with defence up and civil items down. Neville Chamberlain forecasts a possible surplus of £40,000,000 as defense cuts offset civilian savings and planned tax measures.
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London
Hon
Nevile Chamberlain
Ars
Defence Services
Rescued Lawyer Hubert Taken To Nursing Home
A well known Paris lawyer and confidant of Stavisky, Hubert, was rescued exhausted from the Seine by a river brigade officer who kept hold of a life belt and brought him ashore. He collapsed and was taken to a nursing home after questioning by the magistrate in charge.
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Paris
Hubert
Sravisky
Seine
River Brigade
Heat Wave Records Hit Canberra Queanbeyan in March
Record high temperatures were logged yesterday in Canberra and Queanbeyan with Canberra reaching 104.7 degrees and Queanbeyan 92 degrees by early afternoon. Sydney’s temperature rose to 77 degrees with humidity around 80 percent at 9 am and above 65 percent most of the afternoon.
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Canberra
Queanbeyan
Sydney
Inland NSW Sizzles With 107 Degree Heat Wave
Inland sections of New South Wales endured extreme heat yesterday as temperatures surged above 100 degrees. Baranala Wentworth Menindie Bre Burton Warrina Bourke reported the hottest reading at 107 degrees amid hot conditions across the region.
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New South Wales
Baranala
Wentworth
Menindie
Bre
Burton
Warrina
Bourke
Alranals
Adelaide Heat Reaches 110 5 Degrees Amid Bush Fires
Adelaide on Friday faced a record Mare day with temperatures rising to 110 5 degrees as fires ring the city hills. Bush fires caused extensive property damage and three children were rescued from a blaze in the nick of time.
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Rune
Ademany
Swedish Prince Weds at London Registry Office
Prince Biggard of Sweden and Mise Pata wed at Caxton Hall Registry Office amid large crowds. The marriage forfeits royal succession rights. The prince adopted the passport name Ber Tadolle and followed German custom with engagement ring as mounted police struggled to clear a path.
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Prince Biggard
Sweden
Mise Pata
Caxton Hall
Bigvard
Ber- Tadolle
Melbourne Heat Readings Confuse City Thermometers
Readings in Melbourne varied with reports showing official figures near degrees while another part of the city logged 105 degrees. Local weather authorities cautioned residents about extreme heat conditions and advised staying hydrated and indoors during peak sun.
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Bourne
Employment Rise in Germany Signals Shorter Workweek
German authorities report an uptick in employment while employers shift to lower Fay for reduced hours. The move suggests a broader push toward shorter workweeks with steady job gains amid economic adjustments.
Turbulent Tokyo Tragedy Sparks Political Corruption Link
report from Tokyo describes a fresh wave of violence with a prominent leader severely wounded and fighting for life. motive unclear but suspected to be tied to recent political and industrial exposure of corruption involving steel magnates and other influential figures.
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Seatney
Ana
Foto
Astra
Muto
Collier Beallbe Aground At Norah Head In Fog
A damaged OCR item notes the collier Beallbe aground at Norah Head during fog. The ship stood high on the shoal as tide fell and a possible salvage difficulty was anticipated. Beallbe, 619 tons, left Botany last night for Qather.
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Botany
Qather
Labour unity talks limp on in Australia amid Lang Party criticisms
Negotiations between the Australian Labor Party and the Lang Party progressed in a conciliatory tone though NSW delegates withdrew temporarily. Lang Party proposal seeks readmission to the Federal Labour Party with constitution acceptance, pending Easter talks and a standing committee to continue discussions over the weekend.
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Finliy
A.L.P
Lang
N.S.W
Lang Party
Intate
Labour Party
Ually
Cos
eFime Langdelyguten
State Labour Party
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Senacr
Hia
Renu
Act
Weetson
Honda
New South Wales
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Weatern Australia
Weatern
Australia
Thit
Ate
Carlin
Rail scandal in Yugoslavia charges against ministers Belgrade
In Belgrade a parliamentary upheaval is triggered by accusations from former Minister for Radivojeviteh alleging corruption linked to a 3 million pound railway contract with French arms. The PM Usuno and War Finance ministers face questions as details emerge of losses attributed to borrowed money.
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Cass
Radivojeviteh
M. Mtatiteh
Usuno
Padivojentck
Big Air Race Names Kingsford Smith Entry Plans
Kingsford Smith considered entering the big air race as organizers weighed participation and support for competitors. The decision on whether he joins the field remains unresolved amid event preparations and scheduling discussions.
Democrats Fractured Over Economy Measure in Congress
Democratic leaders in Washington face internal splits as a proposed economy program stalls. Speculators are targeted and amendments await votes in the House, with expected friction around the measure and its implications for the party’s agenda.
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Washington
Uesaucus
Air Mail System Debate Sparks Support and Doubt
A garbled extract hints at a Thursday discussion on an air mail system for ships or boats. Mentions Mr Rocesvalt and a call for air mail integration with radi envined boats. Notes some opposition and movement toward returning the mail concept.
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Armington
Rocesvalt
Spanish raids on party offices amid Madrid crackdown
Madrid Friday police raided the federation of bour headquarters and the offices of the Communists Fascists and Socialist Youth arresting 300 persons during the crackdown on political groups in the capital.
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Federation «Ifbour
Fascists
Socialist
Incendiary Brigade Foiled Fire at Miming Place
A 1920s style incident reports a local incendiary attempt at a town. The brigade arrived and stopped the blaze before damage. two suspects were sought while investigators linked the event to past thefts and a 1922 incident involving a man named Harrie and a white offender.
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colaKe Fm
Mimomeiyeet
Haxiay
Mnims
Priva
Mian Harrie
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